If you are a child who has been physically or sexually abused, or you know of someone who physically or sexually abuses a child, then the WA Police need to know. Access this site for more information on child abuse.

The prospect of using child care for the first time can be quite daunting for parents. Depending upon where you live there may be a number of options – a child care centre or family day carer are the two main ones. The Department for Communities can help with information and support as you make this important decision.

Information for parents and families about child care options, including family day care and outside school hours care centres in your local area and ideas to help settle children into a child care service.

Parenting WA Library is a free service for Western Australian parents and families with children up to 18 years of age The library has a books, videos and DVDs on a range of subjects to assisting anyone in a parenting role.

SDERA provides information and support to parents, caregivers and the wider community on resilience, drug and road safety education research, school strategies, home activities and resources for parents.

STRONG Families is a planning and coordination process for consenting families who are receiving services from a number of agencies where it is considered a more formal coordination process will assist in achieving the desired outcomes for the family.